Martin James Wiersema Jr.
Apr 19, 2025
Martin James “Jim” Wiersema Jr. age 74, of Coopersville, passed away at his home with family at his side Saturday, April 19, 2025.
Jim was born in Grand Rapids, MI., to the late Martin Sr. and Juanita (Stewart) Wiersema. Jim served in the U.S. Marine Corp during the Vietnam War and retired from Knape and Vogt in Grand Rapids where he...
Bertram L. Budai
Apr 19, 2025
Bertram L. “Bert” Budai, age 79, of Ravenna, passed away peacefully at his home on April 19, 2025, with family at his side.
He was born on July 26, 1945, in Ravenna Michigan to the late Robert and Thelma (Botruff) Budai.
While growing up in Ravenna, Bert had many hobbies and interests including playing his trumpet in a band, riding horses with...
Kimberly Kay (Bowkamp) Norman
Apr 18, 2025
Kim’s life story ended with her husband and sister at her side. She peacefully breathed her final breath on earth and was welcomed into Heaven on April 18, 2025.
Her story began on June 20, 1960, at Butterworth Hospital in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Her parents, Jim and Mikki Bouwkamp, brought her home to Coopersville, where she lived with her sisters, Robin...
Diane Joyce (Beurkens) Robinson
Apr 17, 2025
Diane Joyce Robinson, age 81, passed away Thursday, April 17, 2025. She was born in Grand Rapids, MI to the late Alvin Beurkens and Isenga Granville. Diane attended Grand Rapids Junior College for 2 years, enjoyed art, chalk drawings, flowers and traveling to Ireland 2 times, Alaska, Mexico and out west federal parks twice. She liked putting together family parties...
Gertrude Hilma (Kantola) Veeneman
Apr 15, 2025
Gertrude Hilma (Kantola) Veeneman, age 95; went to be with her Lord and Saviour on Tuesday, April 15, 2025. She was born on February 27, 1930 in Ravenna, MI to the late Sylvester H. And Hilma S. (Pietila) Kantola. Gertrude enjoyed raising her 6 children, but she truly loved (and bragged just a bit) being part of all her grandchildren...
Ronald James Ryder
Apr 11, 2025
Ronald James Ryder, age 82, passed away Friday, April 11, 2025, he was born on October 4, 1942 in Coopersville Michigan. Growing up and planting his own family roots there as well, it is there that Ron met the love of his life, Bonnie and they were married in the fall of 1963. Ron and Bonnie would go on to...
Loralee (Sampson) Lillibridge
Apr 5, 2025
Loralee (Sampson) Lillibridge, known affectionately by her great-grandchildren as Gigi, passed away peacefully on April 5, 2025 surrounded by her children. She was born in Kyle, Texas on May 30, 1935 to the late Rev. Floyd and Lola (Hutton) Sampson. She led a life rich with creativity, love and dedication to her family. Her strong faith led her home to...
Leonard Walter Tava
Apr 3, 2025
Leonard Walter Tava, age 96, of Coopersville, passed away Thursday, April 3, 2025. He was born in Mesick, MI to the late Leonard F. and Florence (Porteous) Tava. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his wife Mary Tava and son Leonard E. Tava. Leonard is survived by his nieces and nephews. A memorial open house...
Betty Lou (Eden) Rolfe
Mar 30, 2025
Throop Funeral Home, Coopersville, MI ph 616-837-8161 email throopfh@yahoo.com
Betty Lou (Eden) Rolfe, age 96, of Conklin passed away at her home Sunday morning March 30, 2025 with family at her side. Betty was born in Coopersville, MI., to the late Louis and Evelyn (Blonshine) Eden. In addition to her parents Betty was preceded in death by her husband Glenn in...
Roger Clayton Overfield
Mar 23, 2025
Roger Clayton Overfield, age 78, of Coopersville, passed away Sunday, March 23, 2025. He was born in Mount Pleasant, MI to the late Floyd and Helen (Springer) Overfield. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his sister Nancy Overfield and sister-in-law Edith Barton. Roger enjoyed spending time with family and friends, fishing, and traveling with his...
Roger Scott Stevens Jr.
Mar 19, 2025
Roger Scott Stevens Jr., age 67, of Ravenna, passed away Wednesday, March 19, 2025. He was born in Shelby, MI to the late Roger B. Stevens and Zelma (Besemer) Christner. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his brothers; Wayne Hugall, Chuck Christner and Randy Stevens. Roger enjoyed riding motorcycles, hunting, fishing, scratching off lottery tickets,...
Donna Jean Zemaitis
Mar 11, 2025
Mrs. Donna Jean (Rasch) Zemaitis, age 93, of Marne, passed away peacefully at home on Tuesday, March 11, 2025. She was preceded in death by her husband Ray and daughter Diane (Zemaitis) Michalak. Donna leaves behind a large family including six children; Linda (Gordy) Shields, Rick (Karen), Ken (Dorothy), Mark (Marilyn), Rose (Kyle) Weis, and Tom; son-in-law Tom (Kathy) Michalak;...
Sheila Renee (Link) Brown
Mar 10, 2025
Sheila Renee (Link) Brown, 73, wife of Gary Brown, of Conklin, passed away peacefully on March 10. She was born on December 19, 1951, in Malden, Missouri. Married in 1972, Gary and Sheila soon moved to Michigan to begin their family. She was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother and friend. Sheila is survived by her loving husband; her sons, Nate...
David Gerald Balkon
Mar 9, 2025
David Gerald Balkon, age 81, of Coopersville, passed away surrounded by family on Sunday, March 9, 2025. He was born in Grand Rapids, MI to the late Charles and Agnes (Balsitis) Balkon. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his wife Cassandra “Sandy” Balkon and several siblings. David was a long time member of St. Michael’s...
Howard M. Vander Jagt
Mar 6, 2025
Howard Vander Jagt, aged 88, went to be with this Lord on March 6, 2025. He was born May 26, 1936 in Coopersville, Michigan to the late Leonard and Nellie (Eversdyke) Vander Jagt.
Howard grew up in Coopersville and served in the National Guards for 8 years. In the summer of 1957 he married his beloved wife Karen White.
He and his...
Chase Kiley Starr
Mar 3, 2025
Chase Kiley Starr, age 33, born to Wesley and Melissa Starr on June 3, 1991 passed away March 3, 2025. Chase loved fishing with his brothers and dad and took great pride in being the best uncle to his nieces. More than anything, Chase adored his family and had a heart full of love.
Chase is survived by his mother, Melissa...
Mary Lou (VanHouten) Pals
Feb 28, 2025
Mary Lou Pals (Van Houten) passed away peacefully on Friday February 28, 2025 at the age of 95. Born on August 29, 1929, she lived a life marked by devotion to her family, her faith, and her community. Mary Lou was a lifelong resident of Eastmanville, and member of Eastmanville United Reformed Church. She and her husband Corky were married...
Sierra Marie (Van Til) Zylstra
Feb 27, 2025
Sierra Marie (Van Til) Zylstra, a beacon of love and kindness, passed away in the company of her husband and family on February 27, 2025, in Grand Rapids, Michigan, at the age of 30 after a tenacious journey with cancer. Born on May 4, 1994, to Marc and Vonda (Nagelkirk) Van Til, Sierra's life was a testament to the joy...
Hendrika Crum
Feb 26, 2025
Hendrika Crum, age 98, passed away Wednesday, February 26, 2025. She was born in Dodewaard in the Netherlands to the late Peter and Catharina (Van Dullemen) Crum. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her brothers and sisters. She will be deeply missed by her nieces and nephews, Tina Docter, Rina Koch, Hermina (Ben) Docter, Nellie...
Alvin Duane Bennink
Feb 22, 2025
Alvin Duane Bennink, age 79, of Coopersville, passed away Saturday, February 22, 2025. He was born in Coopersville, MI to the late Bennie and Kate (Scharphorn) Bennink. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his brothers; Gord Bennink, Harvey (Donna) Bennink, Carroll Bennink and Vernon Bennink. Alvin served in the United States Marines, enjoyed playing cards,...
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